Hulu is officially developing a television series adaptation of Margaret Atwood's 2019 novel, 'The Testaments.' The book is a sequel to 'The Handmaid's Tale' and continues the story of the dystopian Republic of Gilead. The project was announced by Hulu and MGM Television, with Atwood serving as an executive producer.
The new series will be a standalone sequel to the Emmy-winning 'The Handmaid's Tale' television show, which has aired on Hulu since 2017. While the original series has extended beyond the events of the first novel, 'The Testaments' provides a new narrative framework. The plot follows three women, including Aunt Lydia, and reveals the inner workings and eventual downfall of Gilead.
No release date, casting details, or showrunner have been officially confirmed for the adaptation as of April 2026. The announcement has sparked discussion among fans and critics about returning to the harrowing world of Gilead, especially given the ongoing cultural resonance of the original series.
